(Highlander + Candy + Cabernet) Unlock the perfect mid-season onion trio with this curated Intermediate-Day Bundle — expertly chosen for transition zones, balanced day lengths, and diverse flavors from sweet to spicy. Each bundle includes approximately 25 plants each of Highlander (extra-early yellow keeper), Candy (day-neutral supersweet giant), and Cabernet (deep-red storage star) — giving you approximately 75 premium, non-GMO plants total grown with natural and regenerative practices. Ideal for gardeners in zones 5–8 who want early harvests, jumbo sweets, and long-keeping reds. Bundle Includes Highlander – Extra-early, firm yellow bulbs with 4–5 month storage; disease-resistant workhorse. Candy – Massive, ultra-sweet yellow bulbs; day-neutral for wide adaptability (best fresh). Cabernet – Medium-large, deep crimson bulbs with 5–7 month storage; sweet-spicy and colorfast. Key Details at a Glance Day length: Intermediate-Day (best in zones 5–8) Days to maturity: 85–110 from transplant (varies by variety) Total plants: Approximately 75 bare-root starts (~25 per variety) Storage range: 2–7 months depending on variety Best uses: Fresh eating, grilling, salsas, storage, market variety packs Why Choose the Intermediate Bundle? Flavor for every dish – Mild sweet, jumbo fresh, and bold red in one planting. Extended harvest window – Highlander early, Candy mid, Cabernet late-keeper. Zone-flexible – Thrives from the Midwest to the Mid-South; Candy’s day-neutral bonus. High performance – All three are bolt-resistant, uniform, and commercial-grade. Value & simplicity – Three premium varieties, one shipment, perfect for a 10–15 ft row. Growing Tips Direct-transplant as soon as soil can be worked in early spring (soil ≥40°F). Space 4–6″ apart in rows 12–18″ apart. Provide full sun, consistent moisture (1″ weekly), and occasional nitrogen boosts. Mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds. Harvest when 50–70% of tops yellow and fall over; cure in a dry, airy spot for 2–3 weeks. Standard Information Plant type: Bulbing onion (Allium cepa) Sun: Full sun (6–8+ hours) Soil: Well-drained, fertile loam; pH 6.0–7.0 Water: Consistent, especially during bulb formation Hardiness zones: 3–9 (bulbs form best in intermediate-day regions) Origin & Quality All plants are grown and shipped as bare-root, dormant starts in biodegradable wrap from Sunbelt Transplants, a trusted leader in premium onion transplants based in the heart of U.S. onion country. Disclaimer Although these onions are grown by farms that are certified organic, we are not allowed to say it is Certified due to the rule 7 CFR § 205.2. The Farm On Central is in the process of becoming a Certified Handler for the 2026 season. All product provided for the 2026 season will be certified.
